Rosa 'Hansa'

Hybrid Rugosa Rose

These roses have bushy habits and low-maintenance requirements that make them well-suited for landscaping, for containers or flowering hedges. They mix well with other shrubs, perennials or ground covers. Many have long blooming periods. Most are commonly available. Buy old or species types from specialty nurseries.

One of the easy-to-grow Rugosas, with wild-looking flowers, deeply veined leathery leaves and fruits called hips, it blooms well in spring, with scattered flowers until fall. If unavailable, check rose catalogs.